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Registered Nurse – Ward 7, Borders General Hospital
Our Values in Action
Compassion | Kindness | Integrity | Teamwork | Excellence
Fixed term/secondment for 12 months
About the Role
Are you a motivated and adaptable Registered Nurse looking for an opportunity to be part of a supportive and improving team? We are seeking someone to join Ward 7 at Borders General Hospital, an acute surgical ward with 31 beds. This role covers General Surgery, Gynaecology, and Urology, and offers a unique chance to work within a multidisciplinary team focused on delivering high-quality, person-centred care.
In this position, you will:
- Take a lead in assessing patients' needs and coordinating care within a fast-paced, 24/7 environment.
- Work closely with health professionals, patients, and families, particularly in supporting complex discharges.
- Supervise registered staff, unregistered staff, and student nurses while demonstrating confidence in independent decision-making.
- Collaborate with senior charge nurse, Lorna Wilson, to ensure excellent patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality care aligned with a continuously improving ethos.
- Assess patients' needs, conduct holistic assessments, and plan/deliver responsible care.
- Coordinate complex patient discharges, ensuring smooth and effective transitions.
- Support, administer to, and supervise other healthcare professionals (including unregistered staff and students).
- Operate autonomously as required without direct supervision.
- Uphold integrity and practice excellence in all areas.
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Key Requirements
- Full UK NMC registration.
- Ability to work days and nights with flexibility to support an on-call system.
- Confident and experienced in autonomous decision-making.
- Capacity to supervise and mentor other healthcare staff, including students. -Strong communication skills for working across multidisciplinary teams and with families.
- Passionate about person-centred patient care.
Important Information
Right to Work in the UK
As part of the hiring process, NHS Scotland Boards will verify your eligibility to work in the UK using official documentation.
Equirements:
- A valid UK work visa or pre-settled/settled status.
- If you do not already meet these criteria, you may apply for a UK Skilled Worker/Health & Care Worker Visa. This needs sponsorship from an approved employer who meets the minimum salary requirements.
⚠️ Essential NOTE: You must pre-check your eligibility to work in the UK or whether this role could be sponsored before applying. For more details, see GOV.UK.
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Exciting Opportunities with NHS Borders
We pride ourselves on being a supportive, inclusive environment where professionals from all stages of their careers can thrive.
- Opportunities to influence and drive change—\intellectual growth and new experiences to truly make an impact.
- Opportunities for career progression.
Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to equality and diversity and actively promote an inclusive workplace where every employee is respected, can thrive and contribute fully.
✅Applications are welcome from all backgrounds and identities.
Application Instructions
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⏳ Deadline: Ensure your application is submitted early—we can't consider late applications.
Contact for Inquiries
Couldn't find what you need? Reach out to Lorna Wilson, Senior Charge Nurse.
📞 Phone: 01896 826007 ✉️ Email: lorna.wilson@borders.scot.nhs.uk
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